Como Pronunciar "take a swipe at"

expression

TAYK-uh-SWYP-at

Definição

To criticize or attack someone, often indirectly or with a quick remark. It can also mean to physically try to hit someone, but is most used for verbal criticism.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈswaɪp/ /ˈæt

Inglês Britânico

tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /swˈaɪp/ /ˈæt

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

TAYK-uh-SWYP-at

Ouça em Contexto

She took a swipe at her coworker's idea during the meeting.

The article takes a swipe at the government's policies.

He tried to take a swipe at me but missed.

Every time he opens his mouth, he takes a swipe at someone.